How To Fix VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Display variant does not permit items to be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR019 - Display variant does not permit items to be changed
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to modify or change items in a transaction or report that is currently using a display variant (a variant set to display mode only). Display variants are designed to allow users to view data without permitting any changes. Therefore, attempting to edit or change data while a display variant is active is not allowed by the system.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Display Variant: A variant saved with the setting that only allows data to be displayed, not changed.
  When you execute a transaction or report with such a variant, the system restricts any modification to the data.
  Trying to change data in this mode triggers the VR019 error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use a Change Variant:
  
  Instead of using a display variant, use a variant that permits changes.
  Check if there is a variant saved with change permissions or create a new variant that allows editing.
  
  
  
  Run the Transaction Without a Variant:
  
  Execute the transaction or report without selecting a variant or select the standard variant that allows changes.
  
  
  
  Modify the Variant Settings:
  
  If you have authorization, go to the variant maintenance screen (usually via the transaction or report selection screen).
  Change the variant settings from "Display" to "Change" mode.
  Save the variant again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Sometimes, the variant is set to display mode due to user authorization restrictions.
  Verify if your user role has the necessary permissions to change data in the transaction.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error commonly appears in transactions related to inventory management, sales order processing, or any report that supports variants.
  Variant Maintenance: Use transaction SHD0 or the variant maintenance option in the transaction to manage variants.
  SAP Notes: If the problem persists, check SAP Notes or OSS for any known issues related to the specific transaction or report.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role/profile has the required authorizations to perform changes in the transaction.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Trying to change data using a display-only variant.
  Solution: Use or create a variant that allows changes, or run the transaction without a display variant.
  Check: Variant settings and user authorizations.
  
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or context where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored instructions.